LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD

Austin, Texas

FISCAL NOTE, 80TH LEGISLATIVE REGULAR SESSION

May 16, 2007

TO:	Honorable Troy Fraser, Chair, Senate Committee on Business & Commerce
FROM:	John S. O'Brien, Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:	HB2723 by Thompson (Relating to the sampling of malt beverages on the premises of certain manufacturers and retailers.), As Engrossed

No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.

The bill would amend Alcoholic Beverage Code, Section 12 which would allow holders of brewer's permits and retail dealer off-premise licenses to conduct samplings of ale or malt liquor at a retailer's premises.

The Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) states that there would be no significant costs to the agency to implement the provisions of the bill.

Local Government Impact

No significant fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.

Source Agencies:

458 Alcoholic Beverage Commission

LBB Staff:

JOB, JRO, GG, LG